Your Majesty, the princess is fleeing famine with her child!

Chapter 262 Ruguilou

People in the capital who had dealings with Yun Fuling heard that Yun Fuling had gone to Lingjue Temple to fast, and that it was for such an important event as worshiping ancestors, so naturally no one was so foolish as to disturb her at Lingjue Temple.

Only a few confidants and close friends know that Lingjue Temple is just a decoy.

In fact, Yun Fuling went to Jiangnan.

Yun Fuling, dressed in men's clothes, left the south city gate and met up with her guards in the town closest to the capital. She then abandoned her carriage and rode away on horseback.

The group traveled day and night, and in just three days, they arrived in Yucheng.

After passing Yucheng, board a boat and cross the river, you will arrive in Jinzhou.

According to information recorded by the Shadow Blade Division, Xiao Jingyi disappeared in Jinzhou.

When the news was received in the capital, Xiao Jingyi had been missing for three days.

Now another three days have passed.

Yun Fuling stood on the street of Jinzhou. The street was crowded with people and shops were lined up on both sides, presenting a prosperous scene.

There are several pleasure boats moored on the Qulan River, which surrounds half of Jinzhou City. From time to time, the sound of stringed instruments and laughter can float over the river.

Such soft music really makes people linger.

However, Yun Fuling had no intention of appreciating it.

Yaoguang led the horse forward and asked in a low voice, "Master, where are we going now?"

Yun Fuling already had an idea in mind, and immediately said, "Let's go to the largest and best inn in the city and settle down first."

Yaoguang asked around with street vendors and found out that the largest and best inn in Jinzhou was Ruguilou.

After asking along the way, they found Rugui Tower in no time.

It is true that Ruguilou is very famous in Jinzhou, and everyone in Jinzhou knows it.

The waiter in the building came out to greet us.

"Dear guests, please come in. Do you want to stay overnight or have a meal?"

Boss Wu immediately stepped forward and said, "Stay in the hotel."

The waiter has been welcoming and seeing off guests every day, and has long developed a pair of sharp eyes.

He saw that although the clothes worn by Yun Fuling and her group were not conspicuous, they were all made of fine cotton.

Especially the young man surrounded in the middle, who was wearing dark-patterned brocade and the jade pendant hanging around his waist was moist and transparent, and it was obvious at first glance that it was not an ordinary item.

Several burly men walking on the left and right were carrying swords, looking like guards.

This person is most likely a young master from a wealthy and powerful family.

The person who just spoke to him was probably the manager among these people.

The waiter smiled and ushered the guest in, saying to Mr. Wu: "Our Ruguilou is the largest and best inn in Jinzhou. We have three types of rooms, upper, middle and lower, with different prices. In addition, there is a yard in the back that can be rented out."

"If the guests like quietness and don't want to be disturbed, it would be best to book a courtyard."

When Yun Fuling heard this, she nodded slightly towards Boss Wu.

Boss Wu understood and immediately said, "Then take us to see the yard."

When the waiter heard this, he knew that a big customer had arrived, and immediately led Yun Fuling and her group through the lobby to the backyard.

Yun Fuling and the others had seen two three-story buildings connected in front of Rugui Tower, and they secretly praised Rugui Tower for being the best inn in Jinzhou.

Just by looking at the size of the two small buildings, you can tell that this inn is very big.

But when they entered the backyard, they realized that Rugui Tower was bigger than they had imagined.

The huge backyard was divided into four parts, and four courtyards of different sizes were built.

The waiter explained to them as they walked: "The four courtyards are named after spring, summer, autumn and winter respectively. The spring and summer courtyards are one-entry courtyards, while the autumn and winter courtyards are larger, with two entrances. The scenery of the four courtyards is different."

Yun Fuling just wanted to find a place to stay, not to see the scenery, so she said directly: "No need to look at the first courtyard, take us to see the second courtyard."

When the waiter heard this, the smile on his face became even more genuine.

"The second courtyard, the Autumn Courtyard, is already occupied by guests. Now only the Winter Courtyard is vacant. I will take you to see the Winter Courtyard now."

Yun Fuling nodded slightly.

The waiter led the way and they arrived at the destination in a short while.

Yun Fuling looked up and saw the word "Winter" carved on the stone wall next to the courtyard gate.

The waiter pushed open the gate and said, "Please come in, dear guest!"

Yun Fuling stepped over the threshold and entered the yard. The first thing she smelled was the fragrance of plum blossoms.

In the corner of the yard, there were several wintersweets planted, which were now in full bloom.

It seems that the word "winter" in this winter courtyard is derived from the plum blossoms.

I think the other three courtyards also have different flowers planted in them, which serve as the scenery and also fit the names of the courtyards.

Yun Fuling walked around and saw that the yard was very clean and large enough to accommodate so many people.

Besides, they came to Jiangnan for important matters, so it would be more convenient for them to live together.

When Boss Wu saw Yun Fuling's satisfied expression, he immediately had an idea.

He immediately pulled the waiter over and started bargaining.

Yun Fuling found a chair and sat down to rest, leaving Boss Wu to deal with these trivial matters.

She had been observing Boss Wu for such a long time and decided to train him to be the chief butler, or to some extent, her personal assistant.

Bringing him to Jiangnan this time is also an opportunity for him to gain some experience.

If he can't even do a small thing like booking an inn, what big responsibilities can we expect him to take on in the future?

After a while, Boss Wu had already negotiated with the waiter.

Both of them looked very happy and smiling, and it was obvious that the result of the discussion made both parties very satisfied.

Boss Wu came forward and called out "Young Master".

Yun Fuling was now dressed in men's clothes, so she asked everyone accompanying her to call her "Young Master" instead.

The new identity she arranged for herself in Jiangnan was a young man from a noble family who came out to study and see the world.

Wu Lao Da reported: "Sir, we have reached an agreement. He wants 600 coins a day for this yard, and I want 10 taels of silver a month. Food is not included, but hot water can be used as much as you want every day."

Ten taels of silver a month, the price was cut almost in half.

Boss Wu was worried that Yun Fuling didn't know the prices, so he whispered, "I've asked around, and a good-sized house in Jinzhou costs eight or nine taels a month."

"If we rent a yard, I'm afraid we won't be able to find a suitable one for the time being."

"Besides, we have to buy household items and firewood separately. It would be more convenient to stay at an inn."

"Calculated this way, ten taels of silver a month is not expensive."

Yun Fuling was surprised: "When did you find out about this?"

Boss Wu scratched his head and chuckled, "I asked those beggars at the city gate when I was queuing to enter the city."

Yun Fuling didn't expect him to think of this, and couldn't help but show an admiring look, "Well done!"

Boss Wu's smile grew even bigger after receiving the praise.

"Sir, I will go to the front to pay the deposit and sign the contract."

Yun Fuling nodded and asked him to go through the trivial procedures for check-in.

The waiter had just closed a big deal and was so happy that he was beaming with joy.